Description
Sesamol (CAS# 533-31-3) is a natural component of sesame oil with antioxidant activity. Sesamol has potential protective effects against free radicals as well as some antifungal activity. Sesamol can also be used as an intermediate in the preparation of antidepressants such as Paroxetine (P205750).
Synonyms
1,3-benzodioxol-5-ol
IUPAC Name
1,3-benzodioxol-5-ol
Canonical SMILES
C1OC2=C(O1)C=C(C=C2)O
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H6O3/c8-5-1-2-6-7(3-5)10-4-9-6/h1-3,8H,4H2
InChIKey
LUSZGTFNYDARNI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Boiling Point
274 °C at 760 mmHg
Solubility
In water, 1.465X10+4 mg/L at 25 °C (est)
Application
Sesamol (Paroxetine Anhydrous EP Impurity B) is a natural component of sesame oil with antioxidant activity. Sesamol has potential protective effects against free radicals as well as some antifungal activity. Sesamol can also be used as an intermediate in the preparation of antidepressants such as Paroxetine (P205750).
Risk Statements
R36/37/38
Safety Statements
S26-S36
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Vapor Pressure
6.89X10-3 mm Hg at 25 °C (est)